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Joe Zawinul - Stories Of The Danube (1996)
Joe Zawinul - Stories Of The Danube (1996)
Label: Philips [454 143-2] | FLAC (tracks + .cue,log,scans) / MP3-320 kbps | 63:25 | 327 MB / 150 MB | 10 tracks
Genre: Jazz, Classical, Orchestral, Jazz Fusion, World
Label: Philips [454 143-2] | FLAC (tracks + .cue,log,scans) / MP3-320 kbps | 63:25 | 327 MB / 150 MB | 10 tracks
Genre: Jazz, Classical, Orchestral, Jazz Fusion, World
On this epic, cinematic, and profoundly cross-cultural 1996 symphonic masterpiece, legendary keyboard pioneer and Weather Report co-founder Joe Zawinul delivers a monumental, high-fidelity tour de force. Released via Philips, Stories Of The Danube is a brilliant, long-form conceptual symphony in seven movements that traces the sweeping history, diverse cultures, and architectural landscapes surrounding Europe's grandest river. Zawinul masterfully bridges the worlds of contemporary classical architecture, global ethnic rhythms, and cutting-edge jazz fusion, blending his signature, expressive synthesizer layers with the immense acoustic power of the Brno Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Caspar Richter. Backed by a spectacular global ensemble—including guitarist Amit Chatterjee, master percussionists Burhan Öçal and Arto Tunçboyacıyan, and drummer Walter Grassman—the work flows seamlessly from delicate orchestral impressionism to thunderous, hypnotic world-fusion grooves. From the sweeping grandeur of "Empire" to the poignant, deeply moving weight of "Unknown Soldier," this pristine recording remains a towering, essential monument to Zawinul's boundless musical vision.
Tracklist
1. The Beginning (05:49)
2. Mountain Waters (03:30)
3. Empire (11:22)
4. Intro (03:52)
5. Gypsy (07:35)
6. Voice Of The Danube (05:53)
7. Unknown Soldier (10:25)
8. Intro (04:26)
9. Sultan (08:00)
10. Finale (02:31)
Personnel:
Joe Zawinul - Keyboards, Vocals
Caspar Richter - Conductor
Amit Chatterjee - Guitar, Vocals
Burhan Öçal - Percussion, Vocals
Arto Tunçboyacıyan - Percussion, Vocals
Walter Grassman - Drums
Brno Philharmonic Orchestra - Orchestra
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Joe Zawinul / Stories Of The Danube
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